How do you mend a broken heart? Well, according to graphic designer Melanie Charnock: a good dose of dark chocolate, some tissues, bubble bath, and a CD compilation to cry along to, all packaged up in a handy first aid box.
The idea came about as part of a student assignment she was given to create an activity book. Mel...

This fun chandelier design by New York artist Kevin Champeny is made of over 3,000 gummy bears. They may look good enough to eat, but sadly they're made from acrylic so you won't actually be able to pull one down from your living room ceiling to nibble on.
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A self-initiated project by Yale-graduates Synoptic Office, these laser cut 3D letterforms are a physical representation of the alphabet based on how frequently each letter is used. So vowels and consonants like 'R' and 'T' are physically much taller than letters like 'W' and 'G' which are u...

A self-proclaimed 'huge' Pixar fan, graphic designer and illustrator Chris Anderson has made a lot of Pixar-related work over the years including this set of deluxe playing cards which he produced as part of a university project.
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Not satisfyied with creating the world's first 3D printed record, Amanda Ghassaei has now created wooden, laser cut records. The results are not only striking in a visual sense, but the audible versions of the songs cut into the wood in this way are strangely haunting. Tracks that Amanda has chosen so far include Radiohead'...

Imagine this. You are given just one week to brand the inauguration day of your country's new king - the first to take the throne in 123 years. Your brief is simple - create a design that is both festive and regal. The design cannot include a crown, nor show any text or images of the new monarch. Sound like a challenge? That was exactly what Amsterdam-based studio ...

Ever wanted some constructive criticism on your portfolio from industry leaders? The Loop's Portfolio Masterclass is a chance to do just that. This is a unique opportunity for students and creatives to speak with some of the top designers in this exciting, ever-changing industry of ours, and to receive honest feedback on how you can improve your portfolio. Less than a month away now, on ...